Voletta Wallace, Mother Who Shaped the Notorious B.I.G.’s Legacy, Dies at 78
She played the rapper music as a child, stood by his side during his meteoric career and navigated the legal and artistic questions that arose after his killing.
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Olga James, a Star of ‘Carmen Jones’ and ‘Mr. Wonderful,’ Dies at 95
An operatic soprano, she had high-profile roles on film and stage in the 1950s. But after that, she mostly spent her career away from the limelight.
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Jerry Butler, Singer Known as the Iceman, Dies at 85
Known for his resounding baritone and his courtly manner, he briefly led the Impressions before beginning a successful solo career.
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Marshall Rose, Who Helped Revive Two New York Institutions, Dies at 88
He was instrumental in revitalizing the New York Public Library and transforming Bryant Park from a dangerous dead zone into a glorious sanctuary.